Talk of the Town

Rufus Wainwright performing at the third annual Watermill Center Concert

Headliners

The Wallflowers
July 22, 8:30 PM
This rock band was formed in 1992 and has continued to assert its presence in the music industry, winning two Grammy Awards and releasing a sixth studio album this fall. Expect to hear new songs and hits like “One Headlight.” (from $95) Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center, 76 Main St., Westhampton Beach, 288-1500

Rufus Wainwright
July 28, 8:30 PM
With seven albums of original pop music under his belt and countless film soundtrack credits, Wainwright’s shows draw a large and diverse crowd. His seventh studio album, Out of the Game, is out now. (from $96) Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center, 76 Main St., Westhampton Beach, 288-1500

Joan Osborne
August 23, 8 PM
Best known for her song “One of Us,” Osborne has toured with Motown sidemen The Funk Brothers and has released seven studio albums. Inspired by artists such as Etta James and Billie Holiday, Osborne is known for her vintage blues, soul, and R&B songs, some of which have been Grammy-nominated. (from $75) The Stephen Talkhouse, 161 Main St., Amagansett, 267-3117

Megan Mullally
August 26, 8:30 PM
You may remember her from Will & Grace, but Mullally is also an accomplished singer and Broadway regular. With a repertoire that ranges from blues to country to rock to show tunes, Mullally incorporates plenty of storytelling into her shows. (from $75) Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center, 76 Main St., Westhampton Beach, 288-1500

The Go-Go’s
August 27, 8:30 PM
The original members (including one Belinda Carlisle) of this popular ’80s pop-rock group will perform hits like “We Got the Beat” and “Our Lips Are Sealed.” We’re betting they’ve still got the beat. (from $100) Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center, 76 Main St., Westhampton Beach, 288-1500

Lez Zeppelin performing in Columbus, Ohio

Tramps Like Us
July 6, 10 PM
Tramps Like Us is the only Springsteen tribute band to be endorsed by Springsteen insiders, such as Springsteen’s former producer and manager Mike Appel. Their covers of classics like “Born in the USA” and “Thunder Road” capture Springsteen’s sound and energy. ($35) The Canal Room, 230 Elm St., Southampton, 212-941-8100

The Fab Faux
July 21, 7:30 and 10 PM
Founded by Will Lee, bassist for the Late Show with David Letterman, and featuring Jimmy Vivino, bandleader for Conan, The Fab Faux is all Beatles all the time. (from $85) Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center, 76 Main St., Westhampton Beach, 288-1500

Unforgettable Fire & Almost Queen
August 4, 10:30 PM
While they may not have U2’s production budget, Unforgettable Fire is the next best thing to an actual U2 show. Similarly spot-on, Almost Queen prides itself on being the most authentic Queen cover band out there. ($35) The Canal Room, 230 Elm St., Southampton, 212-941-8100

Lez Zeppelin
August 31, 8 PM
Touring throughout the United States and Europe, Lez Zeppelin is the first and most distinguished female Led Zeppelin cover band. After releasing their first album in April 2007, the foursome became the first tribute band to ever appear at a series of major rock festivals, including Bonnaroo. ($60) The Stephen Talkhouse, 161 Main St., Amagansett, 267-3117

The Montauk Project

Booga Sugar
July 7, 10 PM
Splitting their time between the Hamptons and Manhattan, Booga Sugar deals in dance, pop, and house beats with an electronic edge. Look for them to perform original songs and sample from the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s. ($30) The Stephen Talkhouse, 161 Main St., Amagansett, 267-3117

The Montauk Project
July 10, 10 PM
Coming together by chance in February of 2011, The Montauk Project is a freshly minted local favorite. Combining various rock and roll styles, this band plays all original music with classic rock roots. ($10) The Stephen Talkhouse, 161 Main St., Amagansett, 267-3117

Jim Turner
July 11, 8 PM
With over 25 years of experience in guitar and harmonica, Turner plays rock, blues, folk, jazz, and gospel. In addition to appearing in on and off Broadway musicals, he’s shared the stage with Paul McCartney, Nell Carter, and B.B. King. ($10) The Stephen Talkhouse, 161 Main St., Amagansett, 267-3117

Nancy Atlas Project
July 27, 10 PM
Born in Commack, Long Island, Atlas has spent every summer of her life on the East End. Now a Montauk resident, she’s known for stellar original songwriting and her ability to draw a crowd that snakes around the block. The band's sound is pure American rock, with wink to the South. ($30) The Stephen Talkhouse, 161 Main St., Amagansett, 267-3117

Joe Walsh performing with Sara Evans

Dave Wakeling and the English Beat
July 20, 8 PM
With three albums and several singles charting into the top 10, Wakeling and the English Beat have achieved great success in their home country of England. US fans got to know them while they were on tour with The Clash and The Police. ($70) The Stephen Talkhouse, 161 Main St., Amagansett, 267-3117

Leon Russell
July 24, 8 PM
After a steady studio career working with legends like B.B. King, Willie Nelson, and Bob Dylan, Russell found solo success with his hit “Tight Rope.” In 2011 Russell was inducted into the Rock and Roll Music Hall of Fame and continues to write, record, and perform his own music. (from $65) The Stephen Talkhouse, 161 Main St., Amagansett, 267-3117

Joe Walsh
August 4, 8:30 PM
A Grammy Award-winning guitarist and band member of The Eagles, Walsh recently released his first solo album, Analog Man, in 20 years. (from $150) Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center, 76 Main St., Westhampton Beach, 288-1500

Wynton Marsalis performing with Paul Simon

Pat Metheny Unity Band
August 5, 8:30 PM
This world-renowned jazz guitarist and winner of 19 Grammy Awards is one of the most influential musicians alive. Metheny mixes jazz, swing, and soft rock with modern jazz to redefine the genre. His new collaboration with the Unity Band is something to see and hear. (from $95) Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center, 76 Main St., Westhampton Beach, 288-1500

Wynton Marsalis Quintet
August 19, 8:30 PM
With nine Grammy Awards, and the distinction of being the only artist to win a Grammy for five consecutive years, Marsalis is a living jazz legend. The trumpet player, composer, and bandleader has been named as one of TIME Magazine’s 25 Most Influential People and is the face of jazz at Lincoln Center. (from $125) Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center, 76 Main St., Westhampton Beach, 288-1500